Diseño de Conectividad y red comunitaria de bajo costo para el sector de Mogato de la Ciudad de Ambato

Abstract

Abstract: This degree project proposes the design of a community-based Internet access network for the rural community of Mogato, with the aim of contributing to the reduction of the existing digital divide in the area. The research follows a descriptive and propositional approach, based on the analysis of the social, technological, and geographical context of the community, as well as the identification of its real connectivity needs. The technical proposal is based on a hybrid architecture that integrates long-range wireless links and community fiber optic segments, enabling cost optimization, service stability, and system scalability. The design incorporates implementability criteria, traffic management, and sustainability considerations, and can be validated through radio link simulation tools. Additionally, an economic analysis focused on low-cost community networks is conducted, evaluating progressive implementation scenarios and social, technological, and financial sustainability. The results indicate that the proposed solution is technically feasible, socially relevant, and replicable in other rural communities with similar characteristics.